Description
These Turkey Cranberry Sliders are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack, perfect for holiday gatherings or any casual get-together. Featuring tender turkey breast, creamy Havarti cheese, and tangy whole berry cranberry sauce on soft Hawaiian rolls, topped with a buttery, flavorful seasoning glaze that bakes to a golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Sliders
- 12 slices Hawaiian rolls
- 8 ounces sliced turkey breast
- 8 ounces Havarti cheese, sliced
- ½ cup whole berry cranberry sauce
Butter Glaze
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon everything bagel seasoning
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish or rimmed baking sheet to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the sliders.
- Prepare Rolls: Carefully slice the package of Hawaiian rolls horizontally into two halves, creating a top and bottom layer for the slider sandwiches.
- Assemble Sliders: Place the bottom half of the rolls in the prepared baking dish. Evenly layer sliced turkey breast over the bottoms, followed by a layer of sliced Havarti cheese. Spread whole berry cranberry sauce over the cheese, covering as much surface as possible. Place the top half of the rolls over the cranberry sauce to complete the slider sandwiches.
- Make Butter Glaze: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, everything bagel seasoning, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until thoroughly mixed to create a flavorful glaze for the sliders.
- Glaze Sliders: Drizzle the butter glaze evenly over the tops of the assembled sliders to infuse them with rich flavor and aid in browning during baking.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 15-20 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt completely and the sliders to heat through.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to achieve a golden-brown crust on top, enhancing the flavor and texture of the sliders.
- Serve: Carefully remove the sliders from the oven and slice if desired. Serve warm for the best taste and texture. Store any leftovers in an airtight container and enjoy within a short time.
Notes
- For a spicy twist, add a dash of hot sauce to the butter glaze before drizzling.
- These sliders can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated, then baked just before serving.
- Substitute Havarti with Swiss or provolone cheese for a different flavor profile.
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free rolls to adapt to dietary preferences.
- Leftover sliders can be reheated in the oven wrapped in foil to maintain their moistness.
